About Beckie E.

I have been performing on the horn for 15 years now. In 2017 I graduated from UCLA with my Masters degree in French horn performance. In 2010, I graduated from Chapman University with my music education and music performance degree on French horn. I enjoy helping other French hornist master this instrument and hope they find the love and fun in playing this beast of an instrument!

About Beckie

Hi! My name is Beckie and I have played music for all of my life. I play and teach many different instruments such as the French horn, trumpet, piano, saxophone, mandolin, guitar, and voice.

In 2017, I graduated from UCLA with my Masters in Music on French horn. In 2010, I graduated from Chapman University with two degrees in music- music performance on French horn and music education.

My first job was as at a Montessori Academy elementary school, where I was the brass coach for 3 years. This is where I fell in love with teaching. I have been teaching privately for 15 years now and love the one-on-one attention that I can give the students.

I have worked with many great organizations like the Los Angeles Philharmonic and various music studios around Los Angeles.

I currently am a freelance musician, Elementary school music

teacher, brass coach for two local high schools and a private music teacher! I perform with orchestras and groups all around the Los Angeles area. I have performed in such wonderful venues as the Walt Disney Concert Hall and the Sydney Opera house, in which I was able to premier a piece!

I look forward to working with you or your child in helping to start or continue a musical instrument!

*** Lesson Details ***When I teach lessons, I like to check in with the student to see how their day was and how practicing throughout the week went. I am very patient and will teach at the student's pace. I expect the student to practice during the week, even if for just 10 minutes a day. I will always work with a student as long as it takes to have them understand what is difficult for them musically.

For music, I try to find free options but books may be a better option. When we choose a book to play out of, I like to choose a book together so that the parent and the child are happy about the selection. Books vary based on what the needs are for each student. Books are to be purchased by the parent.

I usually play my instruments with the students, but being a freelance musician, I may need to save my chops for an upcoming gig. Not always, but happens from time to time :)

I also have a 24-hour cancellation/lesson change policy. If you are late for your lesson, I will try to accommodate the time but may have students or rehearsals afterward so it will not always be a guarantee. If you are going to be late, please text me BEFORE the scheduled lesson. Lessons are to be every week as I DO NOT teach bi-weekly lessons.

*** Studio Equipment ***Lesson space is in my home w/ seating for parents and music stand for students. I also have a cat and a dog, so if you are allergic, please let me know! The dog and the cat are put away for the lessons as to not distract either one of us! They are pretty cute!

*** Travel Equipment ***I expect the student to provide the music books and their own instruments and music stand.

*** Specialties ***I specialize in classical genres of playing but I am able to teach all different styles of music.

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Zachary November 14, 2018·Trumpet·In studio

Outstanding instructor! Beckie is very positive and encouraging and my son has learned so much in just a few weeks. My son looks forward to his session each week. She is also an amazing musician herself and plays her instrument side by side with my son which allows him to hear and learn the individual notes.

Laura L. July 27, 2018·French Horn·Online

Thank you Ms. Beckie! You are awesome!

Janina Z. April 17, 2018·Mandolin·Online

Tthe lessons were very enjoyable and fun!

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About Nathan R.

I focus equally on fundamentals, tone production, proper air support, intonation and technique.

About Nathan

I have been teaching private lessons for close to 10 years and have been an active performer for even longer, playing in all different types of groups, from rock bands and jazz groups to orchestras and brass bands. I studied music at Frostburg State University (Bachelors) and the Peabody Conservatory (Masters). I can teach just about any age and skill level and cover anything you are interested in learning; whether its a certain style, genre, technique or song.

*** Lesson Details ***My lessons are laid back, with a focus on perfecting the basics. Most students work out of a method book appropriate to their skill level. Aside from that we'll also spend time learning songs and pieces of the students choice. With the right amount of effort, you'll know your way around your instrument in no time at all

*** Travel Equipment ***

Will provide sheet music and exercises. My students should have a working instrument as well as any method book or sheet music we are working on.

*** Specialties ***I teach all styles and genres

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Adriel B. December 9, 2018·Piano·In home

Nathan is very good with Adriel, explaining new notes and steps patiently. He is very encouraging and they are progressing at a brisk pace. Adriel loves his lessons and all he is learning.

Amelia W. August 9, 2018·Ukulele·In home

My daughter really enjoyed her lesson with Nate. He shared some tricks with her that she was showing me in the car on the way home. She never does that. She left very excited to learn more!

Malik B. April 15, 2018·Drum·In home

Great teaching skills

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About John E.

I have been playing horn for 20 years and graduated with my Masters from CalArts where I studied horn with Robin Graham and Daniel Grabois in New York before that. I am equally at home in jazz/rock/pop in addition to Classical playing. Before moving to LA four years ago I toured the east coast playing with NYC band Horse's Mouth and was the Principle Hornist in the Sage City Symphony in Vermont.

Depending on each student's goals/needs, we will focus on Classical horn technique, jazz/pop/rock horn, improvisation, orchestra/chamber/solo repertoire, and/or electronic processing on the horn.

About John

I've been playing music for over twenty years as a brass player, pianist, guitarist, composer, and electronic musician. I've studied and performed across the country—starting in Seattle, then New York and the northeast, and finally here in Los Angeles.

As a performer, I have trained and play extensively on the French horn, piano, and guitar. I perform in a variety of styles—from classical to jazz, pop/rock styles, and modern and experimental music.

As a composer and sound designer, I work in a variety of settings, from composing for orchestra, string quartet, percussion, and groups of all shapes and sizes, to designing sound for theater and film.

I earned my Bachelor's degree at Bennington College in Vermont and my Master's degree at CalArts. I play all around LA as a freelance orchestral musician, in my brass quartet, a studio h

ornist (recorded on will.i.am's last album, The Grasshopper Lies Heavy, and with Horse's Mouth, to name a few), and in various other groups. I have taught at Bennington College, Summer Sonatina Piano School, Sage City Symphony's Young Composers Project, CalArts, Barnsdall Park's Junior Art Center, and Santa Monica Music Center. I have been teaching privately since high school and love working with students to meet their individual goals in music.

*** Travel Equipment ***I provide my own instrument for demonstration and group playing when applicable. I provide sheet music and method books for use in lessons or temporary loan. I expect students to have their own instrument and music stand for use during lessons. If using electric guitar, they should have their own amplifier. In theory or songwriting lessons, they should have their own staff paper. I ask students to purchase their own method books and music when needed.

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Matthew A. December 28, 2015··

John is very patient and works well with children. He is always prepared for the lessons. Recommend!

Brandon A. May 12, 2015·Guitar·In studio

John is a great teacher! He's open to working with many styles and he's talented in more than one instrument.

Christoffer S. August 19, 2014·Composition·In studio

John is a brilliant composer and instrumentalist. I worked with him extensively while studying at CalArts. His musicianship and knowledge of music theory is in depth, and he is easily able to pass this information on to students. I highly recommend him as a teacher to any level of musician.

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About Olivier H.

An accomplished international chamber musician, I have performed with Volante Winds at the prestigious Fischoff Chamber Music Competition as well as being featured the Juneau Jazz and Classics Festival and the Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival. Volante Winds has also toured extensively throughout the United States giving concerts and masterclasses at various colleges and Universities. I have also performed in Europe as part of the Festival Internacional de Música Clásica in Vilagarcia Spain. I focus on beauty of sound and engaged music making and as a result my students have won places in the Chicago Youth Symphony, Sacramento Youth Symphony, Roanoke Youth Symphony and Superior Ratings at the NYSSMA State Solo Competition.

About Olivier

Olivier Huebscher is Doctoral Candidate in Horn Performance at the prestigious Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University.An accomplished international chamber musician, I have performed with Volante Winds at the prestigious Fischoff Chamber Music Competition as well as being featured the Juneau Jazz and Classics Festival and the Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival. Volante Winds has also toured extensively throughout the United States giving concerts and masterclasses at various colleges and Universities. I have also performed in Europe as part of the Festival Internacional de Música Clásica in Vilagarcia Spain.I have been featured on a recording of Mahler’s Symphony No 9 with the Kammermahler ensemble. I have been a member of Santa Monica Symphony, American Youth Symphony, Columbus Philharmonic and Redlands Symphony as we

ll as being a finalist for Macau Symphony and semi-finalist for New World Symphony. My performance experience includes playing in sections with legendary performers such as Dale Clevenger, Jeff Nelsen and Elizabeth Freimuth. My teaching style relies on simplifying breathing and focusing on achieving the best possible musical results. I take into account each student's goals and desires and tailor lessons to get the end result they want. I have worked with many beginning students as well, so whether your goal is an upcoming school or ensemble audition or simply trying to sound as beautiful as possible I will help you achieve your goals. I focus on beauty of sound and engaged music making and as a result my students have won places in the Chicago Youth Symphony, Sacramento Youth Symphony, Roanoke Youth Symphony and Superior Ratings at the NYSSMA State Solo Competition. I also have a minor in music theory as well as years of theory tutor experience ranging from teaching how to read music notation to Schenkerian analysis.

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Kristen P. October 24, 2018·French Horn·Online

Ashley A. October 17, 2018·French Horn·Online

Great first lesson! Olivier is very thorough and very encouraging, and my daughter is very happy with him!

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About Phillip M.

I use a variety of materials to best fit what the student needs and would like to get out of taking lessons. I enjoy teaching and playing music and I try to make sure my students have fun as well!

About Phillip

Hello! My name is Phillip M. and I have been playing the Horn for 15 years now. I started back in elementary school and haven't looked back since. After high school, I went to Central Michigan University where I earned my Bachelor of Music in Horn Performance while studying under Dr. Bruce Bonnell. While I was at CMU, I performed with the Symphony Band, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Marching Band, Horn Choir, and a Horn Quartet. I then went to Western Illinois University where I studied under Dr. Randall Faust and earned my Masters in Horn Performance. While at WIU I performed with the Wind Ensemble, Symphony Orchestra, Brass Ensemble, and Horn Ensemble. I also played with several local organizations while at WIU including the Quincy Symphony Orchestra, Monmouth Civic Orchestra, Quincy Community Theatre, and

the Knox-Galesburg Symphony. I also have solo experience and have put on a junior recital, senior recital, two graduate recitals, and I performed the Hindemith Horn Sonata with the WIU Symphony Orchestra as a Concerto Competition winner as well as participate in many horn studio recitals during my college career. I am now living in Rochester Hills where I have been teaching private lessons, teaching Horn sectionals to local schools, and performing in several local orchestras including the Oakland Symphony Orchestra and Macomb Symphony Orchestra. I am willing and happy to teach all levels of musicians and I hope you consider me if you are interested.

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Hayley June 1, 2018·French Horn·In home

Good communication prior to first lesson. Punctual, knowledgeable. My daughter enjoyed the lesson. Looking forward to seeing how she progresses.

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About Xin H.

Want to learn how to play the Horn? I have been giving lessons to kids in Baltimore for years through the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra's OrchKids program and now hope to expand. My goals as a teacher are to make a safe teaching environment with an emphasis on support and to further your own goals. All ages are welcome! Lessons will be catered to each student and you or your child will build a strong foundation that can be applied to all things in life! Send me a message and let's get started.

About Xin

I am a professional Horn player. I am currently a student at the Eastman School of Music in Rochester getting my Bachelor's of Music under Professor Peter Kurau.

Horn players can expect to have a unique sound, and I intend to let the student harness that rather than stick to whatever standard of sound is preferred in our community. From my experience, horn players tend to build tension in the jaw, and as a person with TMJ (Temporomandibular joint dysfunction), I know how to recognize these pains and how to release tension and prevent it!

I have been studying classical horn playing for 7 years and have had experiences in various orchestras such as the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the Ocala Symphony Orchestra. I am also a part of the National Orchestral Institute + Festival of the University of Maryland, College Park in 2018, a n

ationally-acclaimed summer festival. In addition, I studied the Natural Horn for 2 years, the predecessor to the modern French Horn. Despite having a classical background, I frequently have to play jazz when playing modern compositions and learned how to read lead sheets, so therefore I can bring a multi-faceted way of teaching every day.

I have experience teaching young kids in Baltimore through the OrchKids Summer Program. I was a Brass Intern and taught the horn players and at times the trumpet players. From this experience, I developed patience and an even stronger love for teaching to play the instrument to which I am dedicating my life. I hope that you will consider me in your pursuit of finding a horn teacher for yourself or for your child.

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Jill D. November 26, 2018·French Horn·Online

Xin is a superb instructor. She is very patient and has provided me with techniques and tips that have improved my horn skills significantly. She is very knowledgeable and online instruction allows her to provide immediate feedback during the lesson. Though I have a long way to go, the improvements I have experienced have far surpassed my expectations.

Andrew July 11, 2018·French Horn·In studio

I haven't taken lessons from Xin, but as a colleague of hers at the Eastman School of Music, I can honestly say that she is one of the best and most dedicated horn players I've ever met. I have no doubt that Xin's skills as a musician would transfer well to her teaching. You won't go wrong with her.

Ryan July 10, 2018·Audition Prep·In studio

Loved her informative and supportive sessions! Would highly recommend!

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About Anne C.

French horn is a unique instrument and learning the ins and outs of playing can be as unique as the student. With over 13 years of experience learning and playing the horn, I understand the difficulties of starting and continuing to master the art of horn playing and have experienced, first-hand, many approaches and schools of thought toward playing this instrument. I will take the time to trouble shoot what you need to improve and become a better horn player.

About Anne

I have been playing horn for over 12 years, and am currently working on graduate studies. I have worked with students ranging in abilities, from early middle school through undergraduate students. I am comfortable adapting teaching methods in order to optimize a student's needs.

Having worked through many of them myself, I am no stranger to the common challenges young horn players face during development.

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About Anna G.

I have been teaching French Horn lessons for seven years now and love it! I have Bachelor of Music degrees in French Horn Performance and Music Education from the University of Michigan, and am currently in the second of my Master of Music degree at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music. I have taught sectionals and masterclasses at many different types of schools as well as private lessons, and I was also a middle school band director before beginning my graduate program last year. I cater the way I teach to every individual student’s needs and goals and love working with people to help them learn more about music. Along with learning the French Horn, I am able to teach music reading as well as theory, and sight-reading skills. I emphasize posture, breathing, and self-care as part of the musical learning process. I look forward to meeting you!!

About Anna

Hello! I am a French Horn player and teacher originally from Pennsylvania. I received my Bachelor of Music degrees in French Horn Performance and Music Education from the University of Michigan. I then taught middle school band for a year before beginning my Master of Music Performance degree at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music, where am I currently enrolled.

I have taught a wide variety of students from age 9-74 of all proficiency levels. I have always maintained a large private, but I also taught sectionals at several high school around Ann Arbor, MI including Belleville, Plymouth-Canton, Saline, and Ypsilanti, as well as coached the Michigan Youth Band and Orchestra and Detroit Youth Symphony Orchestra horn sections on the weekends.

I have performed with and/or held positions with many groups includ

ing the Los Angeles Sinfonietta, the Rochester Symphony, the Debut Chamber Orchestra, the Jackson Symphony, the Santa Monica Symphony, the Adrian Symphony, and the Bellflower Symphony. Last year, I was fortunate enough to perform with Carla Morrison on her Amor Supremo tour. I am heard on the soundtrack of the movie “Diamond Street” (2018), folk singer May Erlewine’s latest album, Mother Lion (2017), and also was a part of the Grammy-nominated recording project for Darius Milhaud’s Orestian Trilogy.

I am a member of Sigma Alpha Iota, the professional women’s fraternity, the National Association for Music Educators, the National Honors Society, and the Tri-M Music Honors Society. I have put on several fundraiser recitals, most recently last December in State College, Pennsylvania where I raised several hundred dollars for single women in need of financial and emotional support.

I would love to work with you, and help you learn more about music!

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About Susie M.

Experienced private lessons instructor for 2+ years. I have experience with children of all ages and various needs (my own daughter is special needs and I'm more than happy to work with yours). I am passionate about music and want to pass that passion on to my student. We will learn and grow together as we make beautiful music! From learning how to play your favorite theme song to learning your part in your next band piece, I'm here to help!

About Susie

I first started playing French Horn back in my 6th grade year. My grandmother convinced me to take band rather than theater arts by telling me playing an instrument would help me grow taller (I was incredibly short back then)! While I felt stupid later for believing it would help, I have never been so thankful for anything. Music became my passion and life. I decided that first year that I wanted to pass on my music to others by becoming a teacher. I never made it to being a band director, but I did teach for a few years in high school as a private lessons teacher to a few students. I've been involved in teaching ever since and I still love helping my students learn more.

I'm an avid video gamer, book reader, and nerd. I love playing PC games or the PS4 when I have a moment. I read fantasy books and I love watching the big TV Shows like

Game of Thrones and The Walking Dead.

I'm also a mother to a beautiful little girl. She's 4, Autistic, and Deaf. I don't know if I'll ever be able to show her how much I love music, but she does love to dance, and I enjoy spinning around with her as much as I can.